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Life Sciences Research Assistant I (WYS1901.19)

Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research (PAVIR)
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The Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research (PAVIR) is seeking a Research Assistant position to serve as a lead assisting with mouse studies assessing the role in stem cell aging and degeneration under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI), Dr. Wyss-Coray.
More information about the Wyss-Coray lab and the study can be found on http://web.stanford.edu/group/twclab/cgi-bin/
This is a regular, full time (40 hrs/wk), non exempt (hourly-paid) position. Benefits:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vacation
  • Sick Pay
  • Holidays
  • Life Insurance - paid by PAVIR
  • Long-term Disability Insurance - paid by PAVIR
  • Short-term Disability Insurance - paid by PAVIR
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match and Profit Share
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Commuter Benefit
PAVIR is a nonprofit foundation affiliated with the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS). As a condition of employment, all PAVIR employees are required to have an approved appointment with VAPAHCS and complete a background check before they can commence work.
Duties:
  • Assist with general wet lab work including culturing of cell lines, immunoblotting, and immunohistochemistry;
  • Carry out surgical procedures including injections in mice;
  • Carry out behavioral tests;
  • Collect blood and tissue for analysis;
  • Maintain a mouse colony including breeding, weaning, and PCR genotyping;
  • Analyze data and report findings;
  • Present data at lab meetings;
  • Regularly document results and findings of experiments;
  • Assist with developing new research tools and methods.
Requirements:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Neurology, Chemistry, Physics or in a related field is required.
Work Experience:
Required: 1-2 years of related experience; Previous laboratory experience with rodent handling, including perfusions, tissue collection and behavioral tests;
Desired: 3 years or more of related experience.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
  • Previous experience with molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemical techniques, including mammalian cell cultures, growth and survival assays, immunoassays, PCR, si/shRNA techniques;
  • Ability to work independently and proactively with limited supervision;
  • Basic understanding of animal physiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and some mathematical skills;
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal);
  • Strong knowledge of research procedures and protocols gained through education and/or experience;
  • Ability to work within a team context and collaborate with other lab personnel;
  • Previous experience in a variety of research techniques/methods and follow-up data collection;
  • Knowledge of laboratory safety rules and procedures;
  • General computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Environmental Conditions / Physical Demands:
Physical: Lifting up to 10 lbs. occasionally, standing, bending, repetitive movement, etc.
Environmental: Exposure to a wet lab environment, research animals, blood borne pathogens, toxic/caustic chemicals or reagents.
PAVIR engages in nonprofit medical research and works with sponsors and the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) in administering funds for conducting research to find new and improved ways to combat human disease and help people with disabilities. Please refer to our website for additional information: www.pavir.org 
PAVIR is pleased to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Veterans, and Individuals with a Disability are encouraged to apply. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at jobs@pavir.org 


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